About Us
Engineering-Focused 3D Printing. Built for Real-World Use.
Penrose 3D Ltd is a UK-based engineering 3D printing company specialising in functional, production-ready components made from engineering and carbon fibre reinforced materials.
We exist to bridge the gap between prototype and production - delivering parts that don’t just look good, but fit first time, perform under load, and survive real operating conditions.
Everything we do is designed around practical engineering, consistency, and clear communication.
Our Story
Penrose 3D was founded with a simple goal:
to provide reliable, professional 3D printed parts for businesses and individuals that actually need to use them.
Too often, 3D printing is associated with visual models or hobby-grade parts. We saw a clear need for a service focused on engineering applications, where material choice, print setup, and part orientation genuinely matter.
From the start, our focus has been on:
Engineering-grade materials
Repeatable manufacturing processes
Honest, straightforward advice
UK-based production from start to finish
That mindset continues to shape every project we take on today.
How We Work
We believe the best results come from understanding the application, not just the CAD file.
Every project begins by asking the right questions:
How will the part be used?
What loads or temperatures will it see?
Is this a one-off, or will it need repeating?
From there, we help guide:
Material selection
Print orientation
Strength vs weight trade-offs
Design considerations for threaded inserts or assembly
Whether you’re refining a prototype or setting up a repeat batch run, we adapt to your workflow and priorities.
Our Journey
Concept → Capability → Confidence
Founded in the UK with a focus on functional 3D printing
Expanded into carbon fibre reinforced materials for demanding applications
Supported customers across automotive, robotics, automation, logistics, and motorsport
Proud sponsors of the Birmingham City University Formula Student team, where we support manufacturing functional parts from carbon fibre reinforced nylon for their car
Continued investment in professional-grade equipment, materials, and processes
Each step has reinforced the same principle:
Make parts that work, and customers will come back.
What Sets Us Apart
We don’t aim to be the cheapest - we aim to be reliable.
Our customers choose Penrose 3D because we offer:
🇬🇧 UK-based design, manufacturing & fulfilment
🧪 Engineering-grade and carbon fibre reinforced materials
🔁 Consistent, repeatable production for batch runs
🛠️ Practical design-for-manufacture support
🤝 Clear communication and realistic lead times
No jargon. No over-promising. Just solid engineering.
Inspired by Real Projects
If you’ve seen our LinkedIn or Instagram, you’ll know we share real parts for real applications - from jigs and fixtures to fleet tags, enclosures, motorsport components, and production tooling.
Every post reflects how we work:
Practical solutions
Clean, functional design
Materials chosen for a reason
Pride in UK manufacturing
We don’t post concepts - we post results.
Proud Sponsors of BCU Racing
BCU Racing proudly represents Birmingham City University in the prestigious Formula Student competition. We at Penrose 3D are proud to continue to sponsor their team, who achieved excellent results in the 2025 competition by being the Project Management winning team. Our support continues this year with more high performance carbon fibre 3D printed parts for their project.
Their Team Technical Advisor’s feedback and comments for our support:
“This year, BCU Racing has made significant strides by integrating advanced equipment and tools, enabling improvements in design precision, aerodynamics, vehicle dynamics, and electrical systems. Comprising a diverse group of students from engineering, business, and design disciplines, the team thrives on a multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving and innovation.
Focused on building a high-performing, reliable vehicle, the team aims to achieve its best result yet, surpassing previous milestones. Beyond competition, BCU Racing is proud to represent Birmingham City University with integrity and to prepare its members for successful careers in engineering and related fields.”
Visit BCU Racing website for more information.
More Than a Print Service
We see ourselves as a manufacturing partner, not just a supplier.
That means:
Advising when a design could be improved
Recommending a different material if it makes sense
Being upfront if a part isn’t suitable for 3D printing
Supporting repeat orders with consistent quality
Our long-term relationships matter more than short-term jobs.
Let’s Build Something That Works
If you’re looking for a UK-based partner who understands engineering, materials, and real-world performance, we’d love to hear about your project.